Focus on the Family Daily

Adoption is the ultimate act of love. Guests Bishop Martin, Rebekah Weigel , and Dr. Sharon Ford share the incredible story of how a small church inspired its members to adopt 77 children! Hear their passionate message encouraging the church to step up and provide permanent homes for children in foster care.

If you’re a working woman you know, dealing with male co-workers has its challenges! Former Wall Street analyst Shaunti Feldman reveals some surprising facts about men that may help you improve those working relationships. Learn what you can do to minimise frustration in the workplace.

What causes you to feel distant from God? Pastor Gary Thomas unmasks twelve prominent lies that keep you striving, doubting, and disconnected. He shares the hope of Christ, inviting you to exchange falsehoods for the rich, soul-satisfying relationship God designed you to enjoy!

What causes you to feel distant from God? Pastor Gary Thomas unmasks twelve prominent lies that keep you striving, doubting, and disconnected. He shares the hope of Christ, inviting you to exchange falsehoods for the rich, soul-satisfying relationship God designed you to enjoy!

Successful parenting doesn’t “just happen” — you have to be intentional about how you raise your kids. But you’ll never be successful without God’s help! We’ll examine how character training and focusing on your children’s hearts can have a tremendous impact on their lives!

Who is your best friend? If you’re married, I hope your answer is, “my spouse.” Marriage coach Dan Seaborn outlines four levels of friendship in marriage and will encourage you to deepen your relationship with your husband or wife.

Everyone wants a happier relationship with their spouse. Marriage coach and author Dan Seaborn will explain some simple attitude adjustments that will help improve both your mindset and your communication in marriage.

Do you think you’d be happier if your husband changed? Rhonda Stoppe offers advice and encouragement for wives who feel stuck and frustrated. She’ll share the ways God taught her to find contentment and appreciate the strengths of her husband and her marriage.

Do you feel responsible for your spouse? Hear about setting healthy boundaries from Dr. John Townsend, bestselling author and psychologist. Discover how those boundaries can create freedom, strengthen your connection, and lead to a more fulfilling marriage.

Do you feel responsible for your spouse? Hear about setting healthy boundaries from Dr. John Townsend, bestselling author and psychologist. Discover how those boundaries can create freedom, strengthen your connection, and lead to a more fulfilling marriage.

Gender differences may drive you crazy, but those differences can give you a richer, more fulfilling marriage! Mike Bechtle offers an insider’s perspective on how men think, act, and why they do what they do!

The research is in, and there are just a few keys to having a happy marriage. Shaunti Feldhahn explains the keys to a happy marriage and how you can take that first step towards a more Christ-like relationship with your spouse.

Everyone wants a happy marriage... Marriage researcher Shaunti Feldhahn uncovers some key ingredients from a thousand happy couples, including why it’s OK to go to bed when you’re still mad at your mate.

40 years ago, Bill and Pam Farrel began their weekly marriage meetings – and they haven’t stopped since. The Farrels share how you and your spouse can make purposeful decisions and strengthen your connection.

As we share one of our most popular programs! Pastor Ted Cunningham offers a hilarious look at communication in marriage, plus tips to help husbands and wives add some ‘spice’ to their relationship.

Life can be stressful. Between work, relationships, and other obligations, the pressure builds. Debra Fileta helps you better understand your emotions, assess your mental, physical, and spiritual health, and gives you tools to intentionally pursue a path to healing and wholeness.

Life can be stressful. Between work, relationships, and other obligations, the pressure builds. Debra Fileta helps you better understand your emotions, assess your mental, physical, and spiritual health, and gives you tools to intentionally pursue a path to healing and wholeness.

When couples experience infidelity, it’s easy to walk away from their marriage. But what if God has something better in mind? Josh and Katie Walters describe how God intervened and saved their broken relationship.

When couples experience infidelity, it’s easy to walk away from their marriage. But what if God has something better in mind? Josh and Katie Walters describe how God intervened and saved their broken relationship.

Kids feel big emotions—but do they know what to do with them? Counsellor Eliza Huie explores the significance emotional health plays in our relationships and gives you a few tools to help your child build emotional health and resilience. Don’t miss this practical and hope-filled conversation!

Being a mom is rewarding, but difficult. Mother of five boys, Alli Worthington, offers help and hope to you as a mom, encouraging you to focus on the “majors” and enjoy your children in their various stages. Hear about anger, feelings of inadequacy, and keeping the spark in your marriage in this uplifting look at motherhood.

Being a mom is rewarding, but difficult. Mother of five boys, Alli Worthington, offers help and hope to you as a mom, encouraging you to focus on the “majors” and enjoy your children in their various stages. Hear about anger, feelings of inadequacy, and keeping the spark in your marriage in this uplifting look at motherhood.

Did you know you’re going to live forever? The question is: where? Former pastor of Moody Bible Church, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, answers timeless questions about life, death, and the life to come! It’s never too early - or too late - to consider giving your life to Jesus. It’s the best decision you’ll ever make.

Has your marriage started to feel more like a partnership between roommates than a deep, connected relationship? Marriage experts Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg explain why God’s design for marriage is not independence or co-dependence, but healthy interdependence. Learn how small, consistent acts of love, honest communication, and intentional connection can help strengthen your marriage and restore hope—even in difficult seasons. Join us for this practical and encouraging conversation.

[NOTE: This program is not appropriate for younger listeners.] Tragically, creators of digital pornography actively target kids through misleading domain names and search engine tricks. You’ll find help to guide your kids through the digital landscape.

So, how busy is YOUR life? British author and family advocate Katharine Hill shares how to slow down and appreciate every moment that you’re given here on earth. Learn how to create space, begin some healthy habits...and be interruptible.

What does trusting in the Lord look like in the midst of terrible tragedies? Tennessee Governor Bill Lee shares about enduring personal tragedies and trusting God through the storms. He shares confidently that God will redeem brokenness and help you experience wholeness in the midst of heartache.

In the busyness of life, marriage, and parenting, it’s easy to neglect your emotional health. Licensed counsellor and mom, Debra Fileta, rewrites the script for navigating trauma and emotional triggers. Sharing examples from her own life, you’ll discover practical ways to nourish the mental health of your entire family!

In the busyness of life, marriage, and parenting, it’s easy to neglect your emotional health. Licensed counsellor and mom, Debra Fileta, rewrites the script for navigating trauma and emotional triggers. Sharing examples from her own life, you’ll discover practical ways to nourish the mental health of your entire family!

Speaking up isn’t always easy—but it can be! Dr. Emerson Eggerichs shares four simple questions that can transform the way you communicate—helping you connect with others in a genuine and effective way. With practical advice and real-life examples, you’ll learn how to make your conversations flow more naturally and meaningfully.

Leadership is a key narrative for women right now—whether it’s in the workplace or in the home. Deborah Pegues examines the special innate qualities God has given women and how those characteristics can be honed to make you an effective leader and woman of influence.

How strong is your faith? Could you be talked out of it? Author Alisa Childers shares how she almost lost her faith while being mentored by a pastor who was secretly a “deconstructionist.” Hear how her faith was restored.

Every family needs a strong leader. So if the head of your house isn’t leading, do you have the right to take over? Get effective ways to build up your husband’s confidence, abilities and strengths. Plus … learn what to do when you DO have to take the wheel. It’s all about getting closer, and getting back on the same team.

Priscilla Shirer is a housewife, mom, author and successful ministry leader. How does she do it? No, she doesn’t hire a cook or a nanny. She submits. Not exactly the word you would use to describe an achiever, but that’s her secret. If you want do more for God but don’t know where to begin, Pricilla’s story and advice will inspire and encourage you to take the first step.

We’ll share the story of one woman’s 30-year abusive marriage. We’ll also examine different kinds of abuse, how it can isolate victims, and why victims often stay in abusive relationships. An eye-opening account about how to find safety and healing.

Remarriage and stepfamily life is often fraught with more challenges than anyone can foresee! We’ll examine how grief, changing roles, and ex-spouses can cause chaos — and how God can create a beautiful new family over time.

Remarriage and stepfamily life is often fraught with more challenges than anyone can foresee! We’ll examine how grief, changing roles, and ex-spouses can cause chaos — and how God can create a beautiful new family over time.

Feeling stuck can affect every part of your life—from your relationships and health to your finances and sense of purpose. Pastor George Ogala helps you uncover the unseen “cages” that hold you back—like fear, past pain, and limiting beliefs—and shows you how to begin breaking free.

Dr. Gary Chapman offers more practical, godly advice for your marriage – like how to balance compliments and critiques with your spouse, having covenant marriage instead of a contractual one, and the value of steadfast love.

Conflict and relational “ruts” may be normal in marriage, but what kind of attitude do you have toward your spouse? Dr. Gary Chapman shares personal stories about the value of sacrifice, service - and learning how to apologise well in your marriage!

Do you struggle with being angry with your children? Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry, like disobedience and exhaustion. And they offer encouragement and advice for moms to handle their triggers in a healthier way.

Do you struggle with being angry with your children? Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry, like disobedience and exhaustion. And they offer encouragement and advice for moms to handle their triggers in a healthier way.

Don’t miss your opportunity to influence your grandchildren for Christ! Dr. Josh Mulvihill joins us to explore how grandparents can be intentional in passing on their faith to the next generation. He’ll share biblical wisdom and practical ideas for making the most of your grand-parenting journey.

Pastor Craig Groeschel talks about the responsibility of manhood and using the Creator’s strengths to advance God’s kingdom. He emphasises the need for vulnerability and transformation to “fight the good fight” of faith.

Pastor Craig Groeschel talks about the responsibility of manhood and using the Creator’s strengths to advance God’s kingdom. He emphasises the need for vulnerability and transformation to “fight the good fight” of faith.

As a parent, you hope your children will grow to be resilient and confident about the future. Kathy Koch will give you insight on how to build a framework for instilling resilient character in your child—character that will aid them as they walk through life.

As a parent, you hope your children will grow to be resilient and confident about the future. Kathy Koch will give you insight on how to build a framework for instilling resilient character in your child—character that will aid them as they walk through life.

Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to your past. Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares how to confront your past, discard the weight of guilt, and move forward in God’s grace and forgiveness. A conversation offering healing and hope through Christ.

Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to your past. Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares how to confront your past, discard the weight of guilt, and move forward in God’s grace and forgiveness. A conversation offering healing and hope through Christ.

Meaningful conversations don’t just happen—they’re learned. Dr. Heather Holleman and her husband, Ashley, share how you can guide your child to connect deeply with others. Discover simple ways to help them listen well, ask thoughtful questions, and build lasting relationships.

Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, or you have a full work schedule, it's important to be intentional with the time you do have to play with your young children. Corrien Kruger has some practical suggestions to help you increase the effectiveness of your play time-and connection with your child.

Children Learn as they play, but as importantly playing is an opportunity to connect with your child. Corrien Kruger offers encouragement and practical help to moms (and dads) on how to maximise your playtime with your kids.

Teasing in your family may seem fun — until it crosses the line! We’ll examine how teasing is often the result of selfish motives, and can make family members feel ridiculous, inadequate, and insignificant.

You can build a marriage that thrives—not just survives! Pro-football chaplains George and Tondra Gregory help you learn how to create a winning game plan for your relationship. You’ll hear practical strategies to strengthen your connection, deepen your commitment, and grow together through every season.

You can build a marriage that thrives—not just survives! Pro-football chaplains George and Tondra Gregory help you learn how to create a winning game plan for your relationship. You’ll hear practical strategies to strengthen your connection, deepen your commitment, and grow together through every season.

How do you balance appropriate tech use, setting healthy boundaries for your kids? Arlene Pellicane reveals how technology is changing our kids—impacting the brain, relationships, safety, and emotional health. You’ll gain some practical insight on ways to connect with your children in their tech-driven world.

How do you balance appropriate tech use, setting healthy boundaries for your kids? Arlene Pellicane reveals how technology is changing our kids—impacting the brain, relationships, safety, and emotional health. You’ll gain some practical insight on ways to connect with your children in their tech-driven world.

After you’ve spent 20 or 30 years with your spouse, it would be a shame to throw all those memories away. Dr. Gary Chapman helps your relationship thrive, by suggesting three key questions to ask your spouse, so you can both enjoy the decades to come.

After the children are grown, your marriage CAN thrive. Dr. Gary Chapman shares how to navigate job changes, health concerns, and the seasons of marriage, during the empty nest years. Trusted advice to stick with your spouse - “until death do us part”.

In the past few decades, women have risen up as leaders in our culture, and there’s no doubt their influence will have a lasting impact. Deborah Pegues examines traits that make an effective leader. You’ll be empowered and equipped with enduring strategies as you seek to become a woman of influence.

Discover the secret to living the Christian life. You don’t need to grab hold of something new, but simply discover what you already have in Christ and ask yourself a simple question: Who do you see in the mirror? See yourself through Jesus’ eyes!

An argument with your spouse is never fun, but it’s even worse when your insecurities are triggered. Dr. Bob Paul and his wife Jenni will explain how to recognise those “hot buttons” and control them.

No heartbreak can compare to the sting of losing a child. For Lindsey Dennis, she experienced that heartbreak twice, losing two children, just hours after they were born. She’ll describe her overwhelming grief and the hope she and her husband found in Christ, as they walked through some very dark days in their young marriage.

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in praying for the needs of others, we forget to pray for ourselves! You’ll learn how minimise the daily distractions of life and “abide in Christ,” so your prayers can be more effective!

Are you walking through a stressful season? Dr. Charles Stone shares powerful insights from neuroscience and the Bible to help you navigate tough times. Discover practical tools to manage stress and strengthen your faith along the way.

Former NFL tight end Benjamin Waston encourages first-time dads to be the man their wife and children need. A father’s role is a cornerstone in the family, and Benjamin - the father of seven children – reminds dads to be physically and emotionally present in the home.

Whether you had a great father or a mediocre one, do you feel equipped to be a good dad? Jim Daly shares the lessons he learned, growing up with three father figures, and how the Lord turned those bad experiences into motivation to ‘do better’ as a dad to his two sons.

Hear Katy Faust’s powerful story of championing children’s rights. She’ll share heartbreaking statistics of kids struggling when they aren’t raised by their biological parents and will equip you as a believer to speak up on behalf of children while standing up for the biblical model of family.

At Focus on the Family Africa we saw a great need to give our attention directly to the youth of our country and one of the ways that we are helping the youth is the area of child headed households. These are homes in which there is no living parent or caregiver and the responsibility of the family shifts to a youth. You’ll hear how the Tales of Hope program has impacted the lives of two young adults and what it is that Tales of Hope aims to achieve.

Teenagers in general face challenges and huge life changes as they navigate the season of teenager-hood. We are going to hear from two young adults who have had a traumatic journey through their teen years in having to take care of themselves and their siblings because of the lose or neglect of their parents. These are stories of hope that will undoubtedly touch your heart.

Today’s families are often in a rush — and miss out on what’s most important! We’ll explore why your family needs more joy, interruptions, boredom, and grace — focusing on your relationships rather than your accomplishments!

Today’s families are often in a rush — and miss out on what’s most important! We’ll explore why your family needs more joy, interruptions, boredom, and grace — focusing on your relationships rather than your accomplishments!

Humour, practical advice, and personal stories as Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share the secrets to lifelong love. You’ll learn how to build strong communication habits, the roles of sacrifice and service in marriage, and how to keep your romance fresh and thriving.

Humour, practical advice, and personal stories as Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share the secrets to lifelong love. You’ll learn how to build strong communication habits, the roles of sacrifice and service in marriage, and how to keep your romance fresh and thriving.

If your child is emotional, distracted, and trying to figure out who they are, they might be a preteen! How to navigate the preteen years, equipping your kids to manage their feelings, reaffirm their identity and grow in their faith!

In today’s social media culture, women can underestimate the value of lifelong friendship! We’ll examine why young women need godly interaction with older women in your church and community. Discover the life-changing power of mentorship.

When you face unexpected storms in your marriage or parenting, consider this — God may be training you to grow in your faith! Sally Clarkson shares personal stories and insights about hanging on to God — no matter what life throws at you.

Are you looking for practical tips on intentional dating? Pastor Scott Kedersha encourages couples to pursue God’s design for marriage. If you're dating or engaged, don’t miss his advice for building a strong and lasting foundation. You’ll be equipped to honour God in your relationship from the start.

People who feel broken don’t admit it — instead, we say “I’m fine.” But what if God wants to heal your past wounds? We’ll examine “broken blessings” where people let you down or hurt you. And we’ll discover how God can redeem the blessings in your life.

People who feel broken don’t admit it — instead, we say “I’m fine.” But what if God wants to heal your past wounds? We’ll examine “broken blessings” where people let you down or hurt you. And we’ll discover how God can redeem the blessings in your life.

If you’ve ever wished you could change your spouse—you’re not alone! Dr. Gary Chapman shares how you can create a climate of love in your marriage by accepting the things you cannot change, and changing the things you can.

When addiction steps in, your family may be turned upside down. Pastor Victor Torres shares his dramatic story of growing up as a gang member and a heroin addict and how God changed his life. He’ll identify some signs of substance abuse and offer first steps toward hope and healing for your addicted loved one.

Dr. Gary Chapman shares about creating a nurturing environment in your family. He’ll share valuable lessons he’s learned and unpack five important traits needed to help your family thrive, including serving together, and being a husband who loves and leads.

Dr. Gary Chapman shares about creating a nurturing environment in your family. He’ll share valuable lessons he’s learned and unpack five important traits needed to help your family thrive, including serving together, and being a husband who loves and leads.

You really love your children, but do they know that? Dr. John Trent will help you understand just how much your child depends on your encouraging words to remind them of your love – and God’s love as well. Discover the five essential elements of a blessing and how to give that to your children.

Is your child the life of the party, or more serene? A determined leader? A perfectionist? Learn about the four main personality types of children, how God has uniquely designed you to be the exact parent your child needs, and how you can help shape the spiritual character of your child.

God has uniquely designed your child. Learn about the four main personality types of children, and how you can better nurture, communicate and discipline your child based on their personality. You’ll also learn what to do when you have a personality clash with your child.

You can experience a happy, healthy marriage when you learn how to celebrate your gender differences in marriage! We’ll examine how you can better meet the unique needs of your spouse and equip your spouse to do the same thing for you!

How often does the will of a husband get in the way of his wife? We’ll explore how God designed gender differences to complement you and your spouse — in order to strengthen your relationship! A simple change in perspective can transform your marriage!

An attitude of service can really benefit a relationship. Author and pastor Gary Thomas explains how any relationship can be improved using four simple secrets, like putting the other person’s needs above your own.

Knowing your child's in-built temperament can help a great deal in not spoiling your children. Well known author and speaker, Hettie Brittz will tell us how. Hettie teaches parents to recognise spoiling based on how different children respond or behave in specific circumstances, and gives parents clever tools to avoid making the mistake of spoiling their kids.

Most parents are intent on not spoiling their children because they know how detrimental it can be to the child's character development, however, Hettie Brittz points out ways in which parents could be spoiling their children without even knowing it, and steers them away from some of the common mistakes parents make in this area.

If someone asked you why you were pro-life, would you have an answer? Scott Klusendorf outlines what pro-lifers need to know while speaking out against the practice of abortion.

If someone asked you why you were pro-life, would you have an answer? Scott Klusendorf outlines what pro-lifers need to know while speaking out against the practice of abortion. Find out how to persuasively defend your view on this important issue.

As a parent, one of the main goals you’re working toward is launching your child to be an independent, functional adult. Dave Gudgel shares wisdom and insight as a dad of three successfully launched adults. You’ll get a good handle on how to help your teens look to their future and prepare them to step into adulthood.

Parenting is hard work – and no one does it perfectly! Amber Lia and Wendy Speake give practical advice for everyday parenting challenges like misbehaviour, sibling rivalry, and unforgiveness. They’ll teach you their effective method for responding calmly and biblically as a mom.

Parenting is hard work – and no one does it perfectly! Amber Lia and Wendy Speake give practical advice for everyday parenting challenges like misbehaviour, sibling rivalry, and unforgiveness. They’ll teach you their effective method for responding calmly and biblically as a mom.

You won’t want to miss the inspiring insight of parenting coach, Hettie Brittz shares keys to becoming a supernaturally natural mom instead of buying into the myth of the Supermom. Don't give YOURSELF up for adoption just yet! Listen to the truth that you are the perfect mom for your kids.

What your children need most from you is a mom that loves Jesus. A reminder that when you feel like a failure as a mom, God loves you, He sees you, and you are enough in Jesus Christ.